Awareness Programme Held on Implementation of Electronic National Identity Card (e-NIC)

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An awareness programme on the Electronic National Identity Card (e-NIC) project was held today (24) at the Information and Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) in Colombo. The event, organized under the patronage of Deputy Minister of Digital Economy Eranga Weeraratne, sought to address operational challenges and discuss the rollout of the e-NIC initiative.

The session provided a platform for stakeholders to share ideas and develop solutions to ensure the effective implementation of e-NICs, which are central to the government’s vision of a digitally empowered economy.

Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya, Chief Advisor to the President on Digital Economy and Chairman of ICTA, and ICTA Director Sanjaya Karunasena contributed valuable insights during the discussion.

The President’s Media Division (PMD) highlighted that the programme is a significant step towards streamlining the e-NIC process, ensuring a seamless transition for citizens. The initiative aligns with the government’s broader digital transformation agenda aimed at modernizing public services and boosting efficiency.

The e-NIC project is expected to enhance the digital identity infrastructure in Sri Lanka, supporting secure and efficient access to services for citizens across various sectors.

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